Shared iPad settings not showing in policy. Where is it actually configured?Solved

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2 days ago May 12, 2026

I’m trying to set up a shared iPad setup, but I don’t see any related options inside the policy settings. Am I missing something here? 

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2 days ago May 12, 2026
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Hi @melora! I understand what you’re trying to achieve. But it is not possible to convert an already enrolled iPad into a shared device. The device must be configured as a Shared iPad during enrollment using Apple Business. 

Best Regards, 
Isabel Lora 
Hexnode UEM 

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2 days ago May 12, 2026
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Ah okay. That might be why I’m not seeing anything. But I also don’t see any option to pre-configure this before enrolling the device. 

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2 days ago May 12, 2026
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You’ll need to configure this from the enrollment profile. 

Go to: 

Enroll tab → iOS → Apple Business/School Manager → Enrollment Profiles → select your profile → Shared device settings 
 
That’s where you can set up a Shared iPad.  To know more, refer to our help documentation on Configuring Shared Device Settings for iOS via Hexnode UEM. 

Best Regards, 
Isabel Lora 
Hexnode UEM 

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2 days ago May 12, 2026
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Got it, I was checking in the wrong place then. Will take a look. Thanks! 

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